1978 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini LM is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Civic would be higher. At 7,257 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini LM (414 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1978 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 2022 kg more than 1978 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM 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, 1984 Lamborghini LM (589 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Civic | 1984 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Civic | LM |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 7257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3010 mm |
