2005 Audi TT vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Audi TT 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 524 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.
Because 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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 TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | TT | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
