1995 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (271 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | NSX | A4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2808 mm |
