1986 Audi Coupe vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Audi Coupe. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 100 kg more than 1986 Audi Coupe. 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 Coupe (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi Coupe | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Coupe | Civic |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
