2012 Audi A3 vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A3 | 1994 Honda Today | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Today |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1400 mm |
