1985 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (75 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Audi 100 (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
