1984 Audi 90 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 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 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda 6 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 90 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
