1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 700 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 1982 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 1982 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, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Avanti Avanti | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Avanti | Honda |
Model | Avanti | Civic |
Year Released | 1982 | 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 | 153 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |