1994 Audi A6 vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1986 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, 1994 Audi A6 (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
