1986 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 23 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 1020 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 2009 Tata Safari 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, 2009 Tata Safari 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, 2009 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Civic | 2009 Tata Safari | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Civic | Safari |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |