1984 Audi 90 vs. 1976 Audi 100
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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (85 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. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1976 Audi 100. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 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:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1976 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 90 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
