1985 Audi 90 vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 27 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 690 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | 90 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2837 mm |
