2006 Audi A4 vs. 1983 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1983 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1983 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Accord. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1983 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
