1989 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (208 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 343 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Accord | A6 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 159 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2912 mm |