1985 Audi 90 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 90 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 304 kg more than 1985 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 90 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
