1984 Audi 90 vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 10 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 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 140 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi 90 | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | 90 | 968 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |