1996 Audi A8 vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Audi A8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A8 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A8 | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A8 | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 41 L |