2006 Acura TSX vs. 1990 Audi Coupe

To start off, 2006 Acura TSX 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TSX weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe.

Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Audi Coupe (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TSX. 2006 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1990 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2006 Acura TSX 1990 Audi Coupe
Make Acura Audi
Model TSX Coupe
Year Released 2006 1990
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 2226 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 205 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 222 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2100 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 80 L