1982 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Civic (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Civic weights approximately 75 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today 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, 1982 Honda Civic (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 1994 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1982 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1982 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Civic | 1994 Honda Today | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Today |
Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |