1987 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1987 Honda Civic. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1987 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, 2009 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1987 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1987 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Honda Civic | 2009 Audi A4 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Civic | A4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |