1986 Audi 90 vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 685 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, 2008 Saturn Vue (336 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | 90 | Vue |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
