2006 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 16 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), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (335 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 854 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.
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, 2006 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
