1980 Audi Sport vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 25 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 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 210 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. 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) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (155 Nm). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2005 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | Sport | Civic |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 155 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |