1994 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 17 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 627 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Accord | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Accord | A8 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1461 mm |