2008 Audi A3 vs. 1986 Holden Drover
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Drover would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover. 2008 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1986 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1986 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 1986 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A3 | Drover |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2040 mm |
