1979 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord. 2012 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Accord | A4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |