1986 Audi 90 vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,005 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1986 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 90 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3005 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
