1972 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Equus (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1414 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Hyundai Equus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Hyundai Equus (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 2013 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Equus |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5158 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1889 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3045 mm |