2004 Audi A3 vs. 1986 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1986 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1986 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 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, 2004 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 1986 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
