1987 Audi 90 vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 90 (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1987 Audi 90.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Audi 90 (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 90 | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 90 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
