1984 Audi 90 vs. 2003 Audi A6
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 19 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 762 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, 2003 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2003 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 90 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
