1989 Audi 100 vs. 1981 Honda Civic
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1981 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, 1989 Audi 100 (270 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1981 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1333 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
