1987 Audi Coupe vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1987 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 260 kg more than 1987 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, 2001 Honda Civic (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi Coupe | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Coupe | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
