2005 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Audi 4000
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 4000 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 4000 (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 4000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1985 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 4000 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 Honda Civic (218 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 4000. 1985 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1985 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Civic | 4000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
