1988 Audi 200 vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 200 weights approximately 388 kg more than 2001 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, 1988 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 200 | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 200 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
