1978 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 29 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 540 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, 2007 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | 100 | Accord |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 97.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |