1990 Audi 80 vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 246 kg more than 1990 Audi 80. 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, 2002 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 80 | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
