1986 Audi 90 vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 23 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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 110 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, 2009 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 90 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
