1984 Audi 90 vs. 1993 BMW 520
To start off, 1993 BMW 520 is newer by 9 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 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 520 weights approximately 432 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, 1993 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1993 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 520 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
