1989 Audi 90 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1989 Audi 90. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 103 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 90. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 90 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | 90 | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2308 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |