1980 Audi Sport vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 498 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1997 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Sport | NSX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
