1991 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1991 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1991 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura NSX. (284 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura NSX | 2005 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | NSX | S4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
