1983 Honda Civic vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 27 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1585 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 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic. 2010 BMW X5 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. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Civic | 2010 BMW X5 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Civic | X5 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 85 L |