1980 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 22 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1205 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 2002 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 2002 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Civic | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Equus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
