1980 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 28 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 801 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.
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, 2008 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Honda Civic | 2008 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | FR-V |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |