1994 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 6 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 650 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 1994 Audi A6 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, 1994 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 1988 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A6 | Civic |
Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |