2006 Acura RSX vs. 1990 Audi 200
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 200 weights approximately 206 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.
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, 1990 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1990 Audi 200 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RSX | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
