1986 Audi 90 vs. 2011 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2011 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 25 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Brilliance BS6 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 395 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, 2011 Brilliance BS6 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2011 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Audi | Brilliance |
| Model | 90 | BS6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
