1984 Audi 90 vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 25 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1984 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A4 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 90 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
