1986 Audi 90 vs. 1974 Opel Admiral
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Admiral weights approximately 425 kg more than 1986 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, 1974 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1974 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 90 | Admiral |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
