1986 Audi 90 vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens 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, 1986 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 950 kg more than 1986 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2006 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 90 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
