2000 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 10 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. Both 2000 Audi A4 and 1990 Honda NSX are equipped with a 2,976 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1990 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (235 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1990 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
