1988 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 12 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+.
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, 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
