1984 Audi 90 vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 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 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i40. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 582 kg more than 1984 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai i40 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | 90 | i40 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
