1982 Audi 80 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 271 kg more than 1982 Audi 80. 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, 1982 Audi 80 (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1982 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
