1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 102 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Avanti Avanti | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Avanti | Honda |
Model | Avanti | Civic |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |