1984 Audi 90 vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 27 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, 2011 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda 3 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 90 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2639 mm |
