2006 Audi A4 vs. 1984 Honda Accord

To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1984 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, 2006 Audi A4 (286 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Accord. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Accord.

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2006 Audi A4 1984 Honda Accord
Make Audi Honda
Model A4 Accord
Year Released 2006 1984
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 286 Nm 129 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1405 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2460 mm