2000 Audi A6 vs. 1987 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1987 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, 2000 Audi A6 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1987 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
