1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1987 Audi 90
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 90 would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1987 Audi 90. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 680 kg more than 1987 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 90. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1987 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 90 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 80 L |
