1986 Audi 90 vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1385 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 GMC Acadia (367 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | 90 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |
