1985 Audi 90 vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 5 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 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (297 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 760 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 90 | S |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
