1986 Audi 90 vs. 1990 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1990 Ford Mustang 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Mustang weights approximately 200 kg more than 1986 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1990 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 90 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
