2008 Audi S4 vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S4 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
