1986 Chrysler ES vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chrysler ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chrysler ES would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Chrysler ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chrysler ES (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler ES should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 95 kg more than 1986 Chrysler ES.
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, 1986 Chrysler ES (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1986 Chrysler ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chrysler ES | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | ES | Civic |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
