1986 Audi 90 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 24 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 345 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, 2010 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 118 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
