1988 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Audi V8
To start off, 1990 Audi V8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic.
Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic. 1990 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 1990 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Civic | V8 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
