1981 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 355 kg more than 1981 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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
