1986 Audi 90 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 14 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 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 620 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, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 90 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
