1986 Audi 90 vs. 1973 Honda Z
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (32 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 90 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1973 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Audi 90 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (43 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1973 Honda Z | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 90 | Z |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 32 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
