1986 Audi 90 vs. 1990 Audi 100
To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 4 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 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 24 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 100 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Audi 90 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1990 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 90 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
