1985 Audi 90 vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 520 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 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | 90 | XK |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3040 mm |
