1998 Audi A4 vs. 1983 Honda Civic
To start off, 1998 Audi A4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A4 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Audi A4 (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A4 | 1983 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2330 mm |
