1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Avanti Avanti (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 386 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Avanti Avanti 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 1981 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Avanti Avanti | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Avanti | Honda |
Model | Avanti | Civic |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 149 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2590 mm |