1991 Audi 100 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (226 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi 100 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Audi 100 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
