1987 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1987 Honda Civic. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 395 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Venturi Cabriolet 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 1996 Venturi Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Civic | 1996 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Honda | Venturi |
Model | Civic | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |