1986 Audi 90 vs. 2006 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac BLS is newer by 20 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, 2006 Cadillac BLS (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 410 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, 2006 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | 90 | BLS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
