1987 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 980 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo 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, 2012 Tata Sumo 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Civic | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Civic | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
