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 2,292 cc (2 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (120 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 94 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, 1984 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (162 Nm @ 4000 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 | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1150 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 |
