1989 Audi 100 vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. 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, 1989 Audi 100 (270 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
