1984 Audi 90 vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 225 kg more than 1984 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Plymouth Volare (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | 90 | Volare |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |
