1983 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Forenza 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Forenza (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Forenza weights approximately 280 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, 2006 Suzuki Forenza (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Civic | 2006 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
