2008 Audi S8 vs. 1990 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1990 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S8 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1990 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Accord. 2008 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 1990 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S8 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
