1984 Audi 90 vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 28 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 497 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi 90 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | 90 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2838 mm |