1989 Audi 100 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 180 kg more than 1989 Audi 100.
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, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 100 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | 100 | Civic |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |