1984 Audi 90 vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 70 kg more than 1984 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 190 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 90 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
