1984 Audi 90 vs. 1978 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Datsun 280Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Datsun 280Z would be higher. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Datsun 280Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1978 Datsun 280Z.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Datsun 280Z (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Datsun 280Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1978 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Audi | Datsun |
| Model | 90 | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2304 mm |
