1983 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 21 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Trajet (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 1125 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, 2004 Hyundai Trajet (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Civic | 2004 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Trajet |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
