1986 Audi 90 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 414 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 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 90 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| 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 | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |
