2000 Audi S3 vs. 1994 Ford Aspire
To start off, 2000 Audi S3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S3 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1994 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Aspire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 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, 2000 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 1994 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S3 | Aspire |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 37 L |
