1984 Audi 90 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 24 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1164 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, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | 90 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
