1982 Audi 80 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 27 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 199 kg more than 1982 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, 2009 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
