1976 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Forenza (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Forenza weights approximately 550 kg more than 1976 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, 2004 Suzuki Forenza (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Honda Civic | 2004 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
