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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
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 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 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 | 1895 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |