1980 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Honda Pilot

To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1980 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 849 kg more than 1980 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2011 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 100. 2011 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1980 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Audi 100 2011 Honda Pilot
Make Audi Honda
Model 100 Pilot
Year Released 1980 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1588 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 85 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 124 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 1959 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4849 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1994 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1803 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2774 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 79 L