1985 Audi 100 vs. 1984 Audi 90
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 1 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 39 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (75 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1984 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1984 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | 90 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
