1982 Audi Coupe vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Audi Coupe. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 169 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe. 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, 2010 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi Coupe | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Coupe | Civic |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| 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 | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
