1983 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 23 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic.
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, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Civic | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Tiburon |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 184 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 | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |