1984 Audi 90 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500
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 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 (240 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 564 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 90 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2940 mm |
