1983 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Magnus (112 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 570 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, 2003 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic. 2003 Daewoo Magnus has automatic transmission and 1983 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1983 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daewoo Magnus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Civic | 2003 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Honda | Daewoo |
| Model | Civic | Magnus |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
