1984 Audi 90 vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 15 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 3,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 270 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi 90 | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | 90 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2880 mm |