1985 Audi 90 vs. 1995 Audi A6
To start off, 1995 Audi A6 is newer by 10 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 695 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, 1995 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1995 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 90 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
