1982 Audi 80 vs. 1985 Honda Accord
To start off, 1985 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 80 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 80 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. 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, 1982 Audi 80 (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1985 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
