1985 Audi 90 vs. 1981 Porsche 944
To start off, 1985 Audi 90 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 944 weights approximately 295 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, 1981 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 90 | 1981 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | 90 | 944 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |