1985 Audi 100 vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
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, 1978 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 100 | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | 100 | Accord |
Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |