1986 Audi 90 vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 Porsche 996 is newer by 18 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 996 weights approximately 355 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, 2004 Porsche 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 90 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
