1983 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 24 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 900 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.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Civic | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Tucson |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |