1985 Audi 90 vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 23 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1188 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 90 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
