1984 Audi 90 vs. 1983 Ford Capri
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Capri (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Capri weights approximately 189 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, 1983 Ford Capri (353 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1983 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 90 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
