1994 Audi A6 vs. 1980 Honda Civic
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. 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, 1994 Audi A6 (265 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1980 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |
