1989 Honda Civic vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 21 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1989 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Civic.
Because 2010 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Civic. 2010 BMW 120 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. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Civic | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Civic | 120 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |