2009 Audi A4 vs. 1980 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1980 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
