1983 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 30 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 1,334 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 1185 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 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Civic | 2013 Lexus RX | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Civic | RX |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2740 mm |