2000 Audi A8 vs. 1985 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord.
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, 2000 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1985 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
