1985 Audi 90 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 460 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 90 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
