1984 Audi 90 vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. 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 Mazda 2 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 90 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2489 mm |
