1989 Audi 90 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Audi 90. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 176 kg more than 1989 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 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, 2010 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 90. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 90 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2308 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2799 mm |
