1986 Audi 90 vs. 1986 BMW 316
To start off, both 1986 Audi 90 and 1986 BMW 316 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 90 (114 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1986 BMW 316. (86 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 316 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Audi 90 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1986 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
