1989 Audi 90 vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1989 Audi 90. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 180 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 1995 Porsche 968. 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 90. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 90 | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | 90 | 968 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |