1985 Audi 90 vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 1987 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 911 weights approximately 122 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, 1987 Porsche 911 (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 90 | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | 90 | 911 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 74.4 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |