1990 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 280 kg more than 1990 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100, 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, 1998 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
