1984 Audi 90 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 13 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 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 704 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 90 | SL |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
