2005 Audi A3 vs. 1984 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (198 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1984 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
