2012 Audi A3 vs. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Audi A3 | 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A3 | Rally Raid |
Year Released | 2012 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 3000 mm |