2005 Acura MDX vs. 1990 Audi Coupe
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Audi Coupe. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 626 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe. 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1990 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | MDX | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
