1986 Audi 90 vs. 1979 Datsun Laurel
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Datsun Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Datsun Laurel would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Datsun Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Datsun Laurel. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1979 Datsun Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Datsun Laurel weights approximately 138 kg more than 1986 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Datsun Laurel (175 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Datsun Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1979 Datsun Laurel | |
| Make | Audi | Datsun |
| Model | 90 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
