1986 Audi 90 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 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 2,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 520 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 90 | E |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
