2009 Audi A3 vs. 1994 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 390 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 1994 Subaru Impreza 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, 1994 Subaru Impreza 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 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1994 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A3 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
