1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1990 Audi 90
To start off, 1990 Audi 90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP) has 272 more horse power than 1990 Audi 90. (130 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 686 kg more than 1990 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 90. (184 Nm). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1990 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 90 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
