1986 Audi 80 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 1054 kg more than 1986 Audi 80. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1986 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1986 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
