1990 Audi V8 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 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 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi V8. 2013 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi V8 has manual transmission. 1990 Audi V8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi V8 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | V8 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
