1984 Audi 90 vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 934 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 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Audi | Hummer |
| Model | 90 | H3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3420 mm |
