1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1969 Honda S800
To start off, 1988 Audi Coupe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi Coupe weights approximately 610 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Audi Coupe (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 1969 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Coupe | S800 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |
