1989 Audi 90 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 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 90 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 160 kg more than 1989 Audi 90.
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 90 (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 90 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
