1986 Audi 90 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1087 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 Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 90 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2893 mm |
