1984 Audi 90 vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 297 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 90 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1353 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2685 mm |
