2004 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 6 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 93 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1998 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
