1992 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Audi A6
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 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, 2002 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic. 2002 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 2002 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Civic | A6 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
