1984 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Hyundai H100
To start off, 2007 Hyundai H100 is newer by 23 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 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai H100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Civic (101 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai H100. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai H100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai H100 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Hyundai H100 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 2007 Hyundai H100. 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, 2007 Hyundai H100 (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai H100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2007 Hyundai H100 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | H100 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
