2000 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 185 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4, 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, 1998 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
