1985 Audi 90 vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 27 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 654 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 90 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2838 mm |
