1984 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 28 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP) has 460 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 370 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 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic. 2012 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1984 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1984 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Honda Civic | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Civic | R8 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 560 HP |
Torque | 130 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1267 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2649 mm |