2012 Audi A3 vs. 1999 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Holden Vectra. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Holden Vectra. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A3 | 1999 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A3 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2650 mm |
