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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1984 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
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 | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1345 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 |
