2000 Audi S3 vs. 1985 Audi 90
To start off, 2000 Audi S3 is newer by 15 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 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S3 weights approximately 480 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, 2000 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 1985 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S3 | 90 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
