1986 Audi 90 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 21 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 540 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 90 | C |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
