1971 Audi 100 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 424 kg more than 1971 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, 2002 Honda Accord (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
