2009 Audi A3 vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (93 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Paseo weights approximately 9 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Paseo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
