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 2,224 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2008 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, 1991 Audi 100 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 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 | 2224 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
