1978 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Audi 80
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,601 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Audi 80 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1972 Audi 80 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Accord | 80 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1601 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |