1984 Audi 90 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 645 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 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 90 | S |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3090 mm |
