1998 Audi A3 vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 1998 Audi A3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. Both 1998 Audi A3 and 1990 Honda Civic are equipped with a 1,595 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Audi A3. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A3 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A3 | 1990 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A3 | Civic |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |