2006 Acura RSX vs. 1985 Audi 100
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (201 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100.
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, 2006 Acura RSX (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1985 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RSX | 100 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
