1985 Audi 90 vs. 1988 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 3 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 410 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, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1988 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 90 | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
