2008 Audi S8 vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 18 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S8 weights approximately 914 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 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 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, 2008 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic. 2008 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S8 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
