1984 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 22 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 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 880 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.
Because 2006 Maserati GranSport is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Maserati GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Civic | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Civic | GranSport |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 79.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 88 L |