1990 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX.
Because 1990 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 1990 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5, 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, 1990 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda NSX | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | NSX | A5 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |