1985 Audi 200 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 25 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, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 200 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |
