1985 Audi 90 vs. 1989 Audi 100
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 4 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 270 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, 1989 Audi 100 (270 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1989 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 90 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
