1994 Audi V8 vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 1994 Audi V8 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 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi V8 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 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 V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi V8 | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | V8 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3561 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
