1984 Audi 90 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 80 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1984 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 90 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
