1984 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 24 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (361 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G8 weights approximately 552 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 2008 Pontiac G8 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 2008 Pontiac G8. 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, 2008 Pontiac G8 (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic. 2008 Pontiac G8 has automatic transmission and 1984 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1984 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Pontiac G8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Civic | G8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
