1985 Audi 100 vs. 1999 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Accord weights approximately 135 kg more than 1985 Audi 100.
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, 1999 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
