1978 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Audi V8
To start off, 1992 Audi V8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Audi V8 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 1992 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Accord | V8 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |
