2007 Audi A3 vs. 1994 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Pony 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 160 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (87 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Pony. 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 1994 Hyundai Pony. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (130 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1994 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A3 | Pony |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3187 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
