2000 Honda Civic vs. 1981 Audi 4000
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 4000 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 4000.
Because 1981 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 4000 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, 1981 Audi 4000 (137 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (135 Nm). This means 1981 Audi 4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1981 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Civic | 4000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
