1984 Audi Quattro vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 27 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1984 Audi Quattro. (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 451 kg more than 1984 Audi Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Quattro. (251 Nm). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Quattro. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 1984 Audi Quattro has manual transmission. 1984 Audi Quattro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Quattro | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2797 mm |
