1985 Audi 90 vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 370 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 90 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
