1990 Audi 90 vs. 2003 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2003 Toyota Solara is newer by 13 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 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Solara weights approximately 285 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 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, 2003 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 90. (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 90 | 2003 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 90 | Solara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
