1986 Audi 90 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Vega
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 90 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Audi 90 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1970 Chevrolet Vega | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 90 | Vega |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
