1986 Audi 80 vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 4 kg more than 1986 Audi 80. 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 80 (160 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1996 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | CRX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2380 mm |
