1982 Audi 80 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 30 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, 2012 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 80 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2012 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, 1982 Audi 80 (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1982 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1183 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
