1984 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Audi S3
To start off, 2001 Audi S3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi S3 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi S3 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, 2001 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2001 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Civic | S3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 42 L |
