1986 Audi 90 vs. 2010 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 326 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 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2010 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 90 | GTI |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |
