1985 Audi 90 vs. 1998 BMW 318
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 13 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, 1998 BMW 318 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 310 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, 1998 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1998 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
