1986 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 26 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1255 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 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic. 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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. 2012 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
