1987 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 1987 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru 1.8 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru 1.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Subaru 1.8. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru 1.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru 1.8 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic.
Because 1985 Subaru 1.8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru 1.8 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 Honda Civic (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru 1.8. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru 1.8.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Civic | 1985 Subaru 1.8 | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Civic | 1.8 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |