1986 Audi 90 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 5 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 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 962 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 90 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3150 mm |
