1989 Audi 100 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 19 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 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
