2008 Audi A4 vs. 1986 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,953 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1986 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1986 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1986 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
