1984 Audi 90 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 8 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (231 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 430 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (268 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 90 | SL |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
