1986 Audi 90 vs. 2008 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 22 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 25 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 95 kg more than 1986 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2008 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 90 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
