2005 Audi S4 vs. 1984 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 985 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1984 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
