1988 Audi 90 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1988 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 308 kg more than 1988 Audi 90. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 90. (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 90 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 90 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
