1986 Audi 90 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus 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 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 610 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 Volkswagen Microbus (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1998 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 90 | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
