1984 Audi 90 vs. 1969 Buick GS
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 370 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi 90 | 1969 Buick GS | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | 90 | GS |
Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 5724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 395 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 97.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |