1989 Audi 80 vs. 1983 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Audi 80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 80 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 Honda Accord.
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, 1983 Honda Accord (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 80 | 1983 Honda Accord | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | 80 | Accord |
Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |