1985 Audi 90 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 420 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 Porsche 911 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 90 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
