2008 Audi A3 vs. 1987 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 1987 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Audi | Avanti |
| Model | A3 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |
