2005 Audi A3 vs. 1995 Nissan Crew
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1995 Nissan Crew. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Nissan Crew is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1995 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Crew |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
