1983 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1984 Subaru Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 130 kg more than 1983 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, 1984 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Civic | 1984 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Civic | Coupe |
Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |