1980 Audi Sport vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 465 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord. 1998 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Sport | Accord |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
