2004 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1990 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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 A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Accord. 2004 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1990 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
