1978 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 32 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Accord | A5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 65 L |
