2001 Audi A8 vs. 1990 Infiniti G20
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Infiniti G20 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1990 Infiniti G20. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Infiniti G20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1990 Infiniti G20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Infiniti G20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 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, 2001 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Infiniti G20. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1990 Infiniti G20 | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | A8 | G20 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2540 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2560 mm |
