1989 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 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 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1989 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Civic.
Because 2010 Hyundai ix35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix35 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, 2010 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Civic | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
