1984 Audi 90 vs. 1987 BMW 320
To start off, 1987 BMW 320 is newer by 3 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1987 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1987 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
