1984 Audi 90 vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 23 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 325 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 90 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1381 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 |
