1995 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 2011 Audi R8 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Accord | R8 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1245 mm |