2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1990 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi Q7 | 1990 Honda NSX | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | Q7 | NSX |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |