1986 Audi 90 vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 16 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 440 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 90 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
