1984 Audi 90 vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1990 Renault Alpine is newer by 6 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 90 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 63 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
