1976 Audi 100 vs. 1984 Audi 90
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,142 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1984 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1984 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | 90 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
