1994 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Audi A5 (250 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (198 Nm). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Accord | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Accord | A5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1382 mm |
