2005 Audi A8 vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
