1985 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 27 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 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 62 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1198 kg |
