1985 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S4 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 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 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 2011 Audi S4 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Accord | S4 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2809 mm |