1989 Audi 90 vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1989 Audi 90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1989 Audi 90. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 944 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1989 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 90. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 90 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2308 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
