1984 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 27 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 670 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1821 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
