2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1980 Audi 4000
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 4000 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1980 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 4000.
Because 1980 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 4000 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 Pilot (343 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1980 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Pilot | 4000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
