1986 Audi 90 vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 23 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 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 75 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 90 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
