1986 Honda Civic vs. 2001 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Korando is newer by 15 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 2001 SsangYong Korando 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, 2001 SsangYong Korando 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, 2001 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2001 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Civic | Korando |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2490 mm |
