1984 Audi 90 vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 155 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 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 90 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
