1985 Audi 80 vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1985 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 80 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 80 | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
