2007 Audi A3 vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (111 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1990 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Concerto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A3 | Concerto |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3187 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |