1984 Audi 90 vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta. 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 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 90 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
