1985 Audi 90 vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 20 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (371 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 90 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
