1996 Audi A8 vs. 1985 Audi 90
To start off, 1996 Audi A8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 90 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A8 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1985 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A8 | 1985 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A8 | 90 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
