1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1993 Honda NSX
To start off, 1993 Honda NSX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda NSX weights approximately 420 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1993 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Coupe | NSX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
