1984 Audi 90 vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda Cosmo 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 12 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (102 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 42 kg more than 1984 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (167 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 90 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
