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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 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 225 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.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 298 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 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 | 2967 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
