1978 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 33 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 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1978 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Borrego weights approximately 607 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 2011 Kia Borrego 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, 2011 Kia Borrego 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Civic | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Borrego |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 4625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2900 mm |