1980 Audi Sport vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 33 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2013 Honda Pilot. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport. 2013 Honda Pilot 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. 2013 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Sport | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2041 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
