1997 Audi A8 vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1997 Audi A8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A8 (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A8 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. 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, 1997 Audi A8 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A8 | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
