1989 Audi 90 vs. 1989 Audi 100
To start off, both 1989 Audi 90 and 1989 Audi 100 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 210 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Audi 100 (270 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 90. (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 1989 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 90 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
