1985 Audi 90 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 295 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 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 90 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
