1990 Audi 200 vs. 2003 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 200 weights approximately 424 kg more than 2003 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, 1990 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi 200 | 2003 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | 200 | Civic |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |