1984 Audi 200 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 200 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. 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, 1984 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 200 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 200 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
