1987 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 25 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1987 Honda Civic. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 602 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (364 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic. 2012 Kia Sportage 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. 2012 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Civic | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2639 mm |
