1984 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Audi S3
To start off, 2004 Audi S3 is newer by 20 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S3 weights approximately 623 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 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Audi S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Audi S3 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Civic | S3 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1423 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |