1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Coupe weights approximately 60 kg more than 1981 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, 1984 Audi Coupe (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi Coupe | 1981 Honda Accord | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | Coupe | Accord |
Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |