1986 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 25 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1637 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 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic. 2011 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1986 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1986 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Civic | Ram |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3560 mm |
