2007 Audi A4 vs. 1985 Honda Accord

To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,984 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 402 kg more than 1985 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, 2007 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1985 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1985 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 Audi A4 1985 Honda Accord
Make Audi Honda
Model A4 Accord
Year Released 2007 1985
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1829 cc
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 81.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 89 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2610 mm