1986 Audi 90 vs. 1983 BMW 316
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 316 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 26 more horse power than 1983 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 90 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 BMW 316. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1983 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
