1990 Audi 90 vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 8 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP) has 265 more horse power than 1990 Audi 90. (130 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1990 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 90. (184 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 90 | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 90 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 395 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2280 mm |
