2001 Audi A6 vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 15 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
