1986 Audi 90 vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1988 Holden Commodore is newer by 2 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 260 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | 90 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
