2008 Audi A3 vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | A3 | SC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
