1985 Audi 90 vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 24 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1170 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, 2009 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 90 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
