1984 Audi 90 vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 SSR | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 90 | SSR |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
