1970 Audi 100 vs. 1988 Honda Accord
To start off, 1988 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Accord weights approximately 65 kg more than 1970 Audi 100. 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, 1988 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1988 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
