1986 Audi 90 vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 301 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 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 90 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2416 mm |
