2007 Acura RL vs. 1984 Audi 90
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 23 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL 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, 2007 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 1984 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RL | 90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
