2004 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1988 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, 2004 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1988 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
