1986 Audi 90 vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX is newer by 26 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), 2012 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac SRX (308 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 890 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, 2012 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | 90 | SRX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| 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 | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2807 mm |
