1984 Audi 90 vs. 2001 BMW X5
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 920 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 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2001 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
