1990 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 862 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Isuzu KB 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 2006 Isuzu KB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2006 Isuzu KB (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Civic | KB |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |