1990 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 21 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 200 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Forte |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
