2009 Acura RDX vs. 1990 Audi Coupe
To start off, 2009 Acura RDX is newer by 19 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Audi Coupe. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RDX weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe. 2009 Acura RDX 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. 2009 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RDX | 1990 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RDX | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
