1984 Audi 90 vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 569 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 A6 (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 90 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
