1980 Audi Sport vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 354 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Sport | Accord |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
