1986 Audi 90 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1120 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 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 90 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2896 mm |
