1986 Audi 200 vs. 1994 Honda Civic
To start off, 1994 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 200 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1994 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, 1986 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 200 | 1994 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 200 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
