1986 Audi 90 vs. 1948 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Tatra Tatraplan weights approximately 126 kg more than 1986 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Audi 90 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1948 Tatra Tatraplan | |
| Make | Audi | Tatra |
| Model | 90 | Tatraplan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
