1986 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda CR-V is newer by 14 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 600 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda CR-V 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, 2000 Honda CR-V 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, 2000 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
