1986 Audi 90 vs. 1973 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen K 70 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 39 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen K 70.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Audi 90 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1973 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 90 | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
