1982 Audi 80 vs. 1985 Audi 90
To start off, 1985 Audi 90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 90 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1982 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1985 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 80 | 90 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
