2005 Audi A8 vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 2005 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1995 Honda Today | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Today |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
