1984 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1998 Suzuki X90 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki X90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic.
Because 1998 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki X90 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, 1998 Suzuki X90 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki X90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Civic | 1998 Suzuki X90 | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Civic | X90 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2210 mm |