2003 Acura RSX vs. 1989 Audi 100
To start off, 2003 Acura RSX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Acura RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura RSX | 1989 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RSX | 100 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
