2009 Audi A3 vs. 1993 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 370 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.
Because 1993 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1993 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
