1988 Audi Coupe 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 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 98 kg more than 1988 Audi Coupe.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1988 Audi Coupe (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Audi Coupe 2007 Honda Accord
Make Audi Honda
Model Coupe Accord
Year Released 1988 2007
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2309 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 172 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 224 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 9.7:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1418 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2680 mm


 

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