1986 Audi 90 vs. 2011 Honda Accord

To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 394 kg more than 1986 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2011 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Audi 90 2011 Honda Accord
Make Audi Honda
Model 90 Accord
Year Released 1986 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 169 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 1444 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4851 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1433 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2741 mm