1986 Audi 90 vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 535 kg more than 1986 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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 90 | S |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
