1984 Audi 90 vs. 1986 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1986 Ford Fairlane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 576 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, 1986 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1986 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 90 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
