1988 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 18 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Civic | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Civic | Aerio |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |