1975 Audi 80 vs. 1985 Honda Accord
To start off, 1985 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (110 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 238 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. 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, 1985 Honda Accord (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1985 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
