1986 Honda Civic vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 21 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 872 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 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Civic | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
