1984 Audi 90 vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (210 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Porsche 911 (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 90 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
