1986 Audi 90 vs. 2009 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 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 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 455 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2009 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Audi | Brilliance |
| Model | 90 | BS4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
