2009 Audi A3 vs. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 520 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2499 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3000 mm |
