1978 Audi 100 vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 13 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 2,449 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 320 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, 1991 Honda Accord (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2449 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
