1986 Audi 90 vs. 1998 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1998 Mazda Sentia is newer by 12 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Sentia (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 510 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, 1998 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1998 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 90 | Sentia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
