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 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 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 224 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
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 | 1994 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
