1977 Audi 100 vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic. 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, 1977 Audi 100 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1988 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
