1992 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2005 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Civic weights approximately 176 kg more than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. 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, 2005 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Civic | 2005 Kia Pride Wagon | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Pride Wagon |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |