1985 Audi 90 vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 26 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 452 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 90 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2639 mm |
