1986 Audi 90 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 90 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 142 kg more than 1986 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Audi 90 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 90 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
