1987 Audi 90 vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 1987 Audi 90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 944 (188 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1987 Audi 90. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 90 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944.
Because 1987 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 90 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Porsche 944 (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 90. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Audi 90 | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | 90 | 944 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |