1986 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1997 Suzuki X90 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. Both 1986 Honda Civic and 1997 Suzuki X90 are equipped with a 1,590 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 1997 Suzuki X90 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 Suzuki X90 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 1997 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | X90 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2210 mm |
