1986 Audi 200 vs. 1996 Honda NSX
To start off, 1996 Honda NSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1986 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 200 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Honda NSX.
Because 1996 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 1996 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 200, 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, 1996 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 200 | 1996 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 200 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
