1988 Audi 80 vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 80 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
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, 1999 Honda Civic (152 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 80. (120 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 80 | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
