1984 Audi Quattro vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Quattro (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Quattro weights approximately 336 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Quattro (251 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm). This means 1984 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Quattro | Z |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
