1980 Audi 80 vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 11 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 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 430 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. 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, 1991 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2154 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
