1985 Audi 90 vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 1993 Porsche 968 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 968 weights approximately 350 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 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 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 968 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 90 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
