1991 Acura NSX vs. 1990 Audi V8
To start off, 1991 Acura NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1991 Acura NSX.
Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura NSX | 1990 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | NSX | V8 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
