1987 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Getz is newer by 18 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 263 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic.
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, both vehicles can yield 143 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Civic | 2005 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Getz |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
