1985 Audi 90 vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 24 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 75 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, 1985 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 90 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
