1985 Audi 90 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E 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 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (343 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 626 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 Mercedes-Benz E (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 90 | E |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
