1984 Audi 90 vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 524 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Audi | Avanti |
| Model | 90 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
