1985 Audi 90 vs. 1969 Porsche 912
To start off, 1985 Audi 90 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 912 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 25 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 90 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1969 Porsche 912. 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) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1985 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1969 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 90 | 912 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2220 mm |
