1984 Audi 90 vs. 2005 Audi A3
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 21 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, 2005 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 150 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, 2005 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2005 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 90 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
