2001 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 2001 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1988 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
