1989 Audi 200 vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 1995 Honda NSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 200 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1989 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 17 kg more than 1989 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1995 Honda NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 200. (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 1995 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 200 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
