1989 Audi 90 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 23 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1989 Audi 90. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 775 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 90. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 90 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2896 mm |
