1989 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Aztek (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1989 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 2001 Pontiac Aztek (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Civic. 2001 Pontiac Aztek has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Aztek will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Civic | 2001 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Civic | Aztek |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
