1984 Audi 90 vs. 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 90 | Ponton |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
