1989 Audi 90 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 24 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1989 Audi 90. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 1125 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 90. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 90 | M |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2915 mm |
