1990 Audi 80 vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1990 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 80. 2010 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1990 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 80 | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2789 mm |
