2004 Audi A3 vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Today. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 1994 Honda Today | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Today |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
