1983 Audi 80 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Audi 80 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 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, 1983 Audi 80 (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1983 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Audi 80 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | 80 | Civic |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |