1991 Audi V8 vs. 1991 Honda Accord

To start off, both 1991 Audi V8 and 1991 Honda Accord were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi V8 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Audi V8 1991 Honda Accord
Make Audi Honda
Model V8 Accord
Year Released 1991 1991
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3562 cc 2154 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 198 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2730 mm


 

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