1980 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 26 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 665 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 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic. 2006 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 1980 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1980 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Civic | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
