1985 Audi 90 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 25 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 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1985 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 90 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3410 mm |
