2002 Audi A2 vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Audi A2 is newer by 14 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Audi A2. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A2 weights approximately 70 kg more 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, 2002 Audi A2 (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A2 | 1988 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A2 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
