1999 Toyota Supra vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,065 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Supra. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Supra weights approximately 45 kg more than 2013 Audi A3.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Toyota Supra (1,050 Nm) has 769 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Supra | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Supra | A3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3065 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 1050 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2578 mm |
