1982 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1982 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1982 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Civic. 2011 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1982 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1982 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Civic | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Civic | Q7 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |