1984 Audi 90 vs. 2001 Audi A8
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 17 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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 600 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, 2001 Audi A8 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2001 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 90 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
