1986 Audi 90 vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 15 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 478 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, 2001 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 90 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
