1986 Audi 90 vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 390 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, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 90 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
