1990 Audi 90 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 90 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 100 kg more than 1990 Audi 90.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1990 Audi 90 (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 90 | 1995 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 90 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
