2005 Audi S4 vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 802 kg more than 1990 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
