2006 Acura MDX vs. 1990 Audi Coupe
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 16 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), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 Audi Coupe. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi Coupe weights approximately 146 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1990 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | MDX | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 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 | 253 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
