Audi 90 B3, Typ 89,89Q,8A 2.0 E CAT (115 Hp)


Audi 90:

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B3, Typ 89,89Q,8A Overview:

Audi 90 (B3, Typ 89,89Q,8A). With 172 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1110 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.8 s). The top speed reaches 196 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Efficiency-focused engine (115 hp), ideal for city commuting.
  • • Respectable acceleration of 9.8 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
  • • Balanced fuel consumption of 8.3 L/100 km for its class.
  • • Standard trunk space (425 L) suitable for daily needs.

Cons:

  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(B3, Typ 89,89Q,8A: 1990 - 1991).

General:
Brand:Audi
Model:90
Generation:B3, Typ 89,89Q,8A
Modification (Engine):2.0 E CAT (115 Hp)
Start of production:April, 1987
End of production:December, 1991
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:115 Hp @ 5400 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:57.7 Hp/l [85mm less]
Torque:172 Nm @ 4000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:PS More details about the engine PS
Engine displacement:1994
Number of cylinders:5
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:OHC
Engine oil capacity:3.5 l
Coolant:8 l
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:81 mm mm
Piston Stroke:77.4 mm mm
Compression ratio:10:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:8.3 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:9.8 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:9.8 sec
Maximum speed:196 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:9.7 kg/Hp, 103.6 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:6.5 kg/Nm, 155 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:9.3 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1110
Max. weight:1570
Max load:460
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:425 l
Fuel tank capacity:68 l
Size:
Length:4393 mm mm [85mm less]
Width:1695 mm mm [Same width.]
Height:1397 mm mm [Same height.]
Wheelbase:2546 mm mm [9mm more]
Front track:1411 mm
Rear (Back) track:1432 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):10.3 m [above average]
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesDisc [above average]
Rear brakesDisc [above average]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size195/60 R14
Wheel rims size14

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