1984 Audi 90 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 26 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 408 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 90 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |
