2009 Audi A3 vs. 1990 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
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, 2009 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1990 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
