2001 Acura RL vs. 1984 Audi 90
To start off, 2001 Acura RL is newer by 17 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 619 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, 2001 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 1984 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RL | 90 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2550 mm |
