1989 Audi 90 vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1998 TVR Speed 12 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 654 more horse power than 1989 Audi 90. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 90 weights approximately 277 kg more than 1998 TVR Speed 12.
Because 1989 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 TVR Speed 12. 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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 693 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 90. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Audi | TVR |
| Model | 90 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2308 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 332 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2570 mm |
