2009 Audi A3 vs. 1990 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Accord weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
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, 2009 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1990 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
