1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 23 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 88 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic.
Because 1987 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Avanti Avanti | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Avanti | Honda |
Model | Avanti | Civic |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |