2006 Audi Q7 vs. 1988 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1079 kg more than 1988 Honda NSX.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 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, 2006 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda NSX. (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda NSX. 2006 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1988 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi Q7 | 1988 Honda NSX | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | Q7 | NSX |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 78 mm |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1216 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |