1985 Audi 90 vs. 1996 Ford Indigo
To start off, 1996 Ford Indigo is newer by 11 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Indigo weights approximately 120 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1996 Ford Indigo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 90 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
