1990 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 23 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 (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 247 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.
Because 2013 Scion FR-S 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 2013 Scion FR-S. 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | Civic | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
