1984 Audi 90 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 29 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 689 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 90 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2790 mm |
