1985 Audi 90 vs. 1998 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Catera 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 655 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 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1998 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | 90 | Catera |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2940 mm |
