1984 Audi 90 vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 1998 Lexus GS is newer by 14 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus GS (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 402 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, 1998 Lexus GS (301 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1998 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | 90 | GS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
