1985 Audi 90 vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1989 Nissan Laurel 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (202 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 330 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 Nissan Laurel (264 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 90 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
