2006 Acura RSX vs. 1988 Audi Coupe
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi Coupe weights approximately 46 kg more than 2006 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe 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, 1988 Audi Coupe (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1988 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RSX | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
