1989 Audi 90 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 16 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1989 Audi 90. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1304 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 90. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 90. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi 90 has manual transmission. 1989 Audi 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 90 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
