1985 Audi 90 vs. 1976 Porsche 930
To start off, 1985 Audi 90 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 930 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 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, 1976 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1976 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 90 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
