1986 Audi 90 vs. 1994 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 264 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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1994 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 90 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
