2008 Audi R8 vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 R8 (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today. 1997 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1997 Honda Today | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | R8 | Today |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
