1986 Audi 80 vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1986 Audi 80 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 80 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 80 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. 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, 1986 Audi 80 (160 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
