1980 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Maybach 57
To start off, 2010 Maybach 57 is newer by 30 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1950 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 2010 Maybach 57 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 2010 Maybach 57. 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, 2010 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 806 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic. 2010 Maybach 57 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. 2010 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Honda Civic | 2010 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Honda | Maybach |
Model | Civic | 57 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 899 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5728 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3391 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 110 L |