1984 Audi 90 vs. 2009 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 598 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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2009 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | 90 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
