1984 Audi 90 vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen T5.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 T5 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 90 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
