2001 Audi A3 vs. 1989 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2001 Audi A3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Meteor would be higher. Both 2001 Audi A3 and 1989 Ford Meteor are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A3 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A3 | 1989 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
