2007 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 17 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 937 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, 2007 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
