1985 Audi 90 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 90 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 248 kg more than 1985 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, 2004 Ford Focus (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 90 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
