1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 230 kg more than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Shadow. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1989 Dodge Shadow has manual transmission. 1989 Dodge Shadow will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Shadow | Civic |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
