1985 Audi 90 vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 25 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 648 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, 2010 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | 90 | RDX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2649 mm |
