1984 Audi 4000 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 4000 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1984 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 4000.
Because 1984 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi 4000 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, 2012 Honda Accord (219 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 4000 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 4000 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2741 mm |
