2005 Audi A6 vs. 1981 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 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, 2005 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 1981 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A6 | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1333 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |