1984 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2004 Kia Cerato is newer by 20 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Cerato (109 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Cerato weights approximately 531 kg more than 1984 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, 2004 Kia Cerato (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
