1984 Audi 90 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 18 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 2,950 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 306 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 90 | C |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
