1984 Audi 90 vs. 2005 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 910 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 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2005 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
