1978 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 30 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 680 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 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Accord | A4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
