2009 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Audi V8
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1992 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Audi V8 weights approximately 597 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1992 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 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, 2009 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1992 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Accord | V8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
