1985 Audi 90 vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 90 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 24 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 90 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1986 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 90 | Orion |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
