1990 Audi 90 vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 1990 Audi 90 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 90 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1976 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Audi 90 (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 90 | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 90 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
