1983 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1983 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1983 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Civic | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Civic | A6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
