1990 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 18 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 409 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Civic | Forester |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |