1980 Audi UR vs. 2010 Honda Civic

To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi UR would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi UR weights approximately 1 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1980 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR 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 UR (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2010 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi UR has manual transmission. 1980 Audi UR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Audi UR 2010 Honda Civic
Make Audi Honda
Model UR Civic
Year Released 1980 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2144 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 286 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1249 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1785 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1460 mm


 

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