1984 Audi 90 vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2011 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 BT-50 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 90 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
