1986 Audi 90 vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens 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 Kia Carens (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 581 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 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2009 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 90 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
