1999 Audi S8 vs. 1982 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1982 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1982 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1982 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S8 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
