1985 Audi 90 vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 19 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 345 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, 2004 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
