1986 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 11 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 78 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Civic weights approximately 110 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 1997 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1986 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1986 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Civic | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Life |
Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |