1986 Audi 90 vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 12 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 2,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 320 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1998 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 90 | Alero |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
