1984 Audi 90 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 258 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 90 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
