90bhp VS 75bhp

The dual mass flywheels on the 90,s can fail anywhere between 90 and 130 thousand miles. I've know a variable vane turbo last up to 170 thousand miles and beyond. Good servicing and sympathetic driving helps.
Hi Dave, 196,000 miles on original DMF and clutch
173,000 miles on original VNT; @chumsofmanutd (WOM Automotive) recommended a turbo remanufacture as a preventative fix when carrying out other engine work to cure an overheating issue

... in fact, apart from the typical consumables (tyres, brake pads, brake discs, camshaft drive belt/coolant pump) most of my car is original

The rear discs on the 90 can be expensive because they don't get exercised, so tend to require more maintenance than the fronts

Just sayin' :)
 
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The 90 has much more constant torque and I floor it almost everytime in 2/3/4 gear up to max 3500rpm. Its a thrill and the sound it makes puts a smile on my face. Drive it for hours at 3000rpm on cruise. I believe diesels just benefits from some rpm’s.
With the engine warm, I rev mine through the red until it won't go anymore :oops: Not every time obviously; I was advised to do this when I first bought the car in 2009 and the VNT was gummed up
 
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