1987 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Kia Joice
To start off, 1999 Kia Joice is newer by 12 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Honda Civic. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Joice weights approximately 485 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic. 1999 Kia Joice has automatic transmission and 1987 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1987 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Kia Joice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Civic | 1999 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Joice |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
