1989 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 15 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1989 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Civic. (114 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Civic | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2736 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
