1984 Audi 90 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 22 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 694 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, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 90 | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
