2003 Acura CL vs. 1986 Audi 90
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 90 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 530 kg more than 1986 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, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 1986 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | CL | 90 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
