1977 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Honda Accord
To start off, 1985 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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, 1985 Honda Accord (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 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 60 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Honda Accord (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1985 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
