1995 Audi A6 vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 1995 Audi A6 is newer by 9 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Audi A6. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 1995 Audi A6 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, 1995 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, 1995 Audi A6 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A6 | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
