1983 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Audi V8
To start off, 1993 Audi V8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1983 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi V8 weights approximately 834 kg more than 1983 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 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, 1993 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Accord. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Accord | 1993 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Accord | V8 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
