1986 AC Ace vs. 1984 Audi 90
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 149 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 AC Ace (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1984 Audi 90 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Ace | 90 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
