1986 Audi 90 vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1013 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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 90 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2063 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3000 mm |
