1977 Audi 100 vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1981 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord.
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, 1981 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100. 1981 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1977 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1977 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Audi 100 | 1981 Honda Accord | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | 100 | Accord |
Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2390 mm |