2000 Acura TL vs. 1984 Audi 90
To start off, 2000 Acura TL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura TL weights approximately 315 kg more than 1984 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, 2000 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura TL | 1984 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TL | 90 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
