1980 Audi 80 vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1981 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi 80 | 1981 Honda Accord | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | 80 | Accord |
Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |