1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 30 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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 Quattro (285 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2011 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Quattro has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Quattro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Quattro | Civic |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
