1986 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Hyundai Scoupe
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Scoupe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Scoupe weights approximately 85 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
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, 1994 Hyundai Scoupe (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Scoupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 1994 Hyundai Scoupe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Scoupe |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2390 mm |
