1995 Audi A8 vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, both 1995 Audi A8 and 1995 Honda Accord were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A8 (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A8 weights approximately 337 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Audi A8 (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord. 1995 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi A8 | 1995 Honda Accord | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A8 | Accord |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3695 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1308 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |