1980 Audi 80 vs. 1987 Honda Civic
To start off, 1987 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic.
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, 1987 Honda Civic (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1987 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
