1985 Audi 200 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 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, 1985 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 200 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
