1986 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 347 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
