1985 Audi 200 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 24 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 2,142 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2009 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 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 200 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
