2004 Honda Z vs. 1990 Audi V8
To start off, 2004 Honda Z is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 830 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z. 1990 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Z has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Z | 1990 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Z | V8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
