2005 Audi A4 vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1989 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, 2005 Audi A4 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1131 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
