1984 Audi 80 vs. 1979 Honda Civic
To start off, 1984 Audi 80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Civic (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 80 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Honda Civic (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 80 | 1979 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
