1978 Audi 100 vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 89 kg more than 1978 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, 1989 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
