1990 Audi 200 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 19 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, 2009 Honda Civic (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 200 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (194 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi 200 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | 200 | Civic |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |