1984 Audi 90 vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTD weights approximately 149 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 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2012 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 90 | GTD |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |
