1991 Audi Coupe vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 1991 Audi Coupe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi Coupe (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi Coupe weights approximately 174 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi Coupe 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 Coupe (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1991 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi Coupe | 1988 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Coupe | Civic |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
