1984 Audi 90 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 385 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 90 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
