1985 Audi 90 vs. 1995 Ford Probe
To start off, 1995 Ford Probe 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 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Probe weights approximately 180 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 Ford Probe (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1995 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 90 | Probe |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
