2011 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Audi 80
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1973 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 601 kg more than 1973 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi 80. 2011 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1973 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1973 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Accord | 1973 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Accord | 80 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
