1988 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 21 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 75 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Civic | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | i20 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |