1997 Audi A4 vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1997 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 104 kg more than 1997 Audi A4. 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, 1989 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
