2002 Acura NSX vs. 1984 Audi 90
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 374 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1984 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | NSX | 90 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
