2009 Audi TT vs. 1990 Audi V8
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 854 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT. 1990 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2009 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1990 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | TT | V8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
