1988 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Xedos 6
To start off, 1994 Xedos 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1994 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Xedos 6 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 1994 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Xedos |
| Model | Civic | 6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
