1986 Audi 90 vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 27 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 6 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 6 weights approximately 449 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, 2013 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 90 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2790 mm |
