1986 Audi 90 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A 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 Mercedes-Benz A (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 640 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, 1986 Audi 90 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 90 | A |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
