2003 Audi A4 vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 Audi A4 is newer by 17 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Audi A4. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A4 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1986 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, 2003 Audi A4 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A4 | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
