1992 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 19 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carens (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 635 kg more than 1992 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 Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Carens |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
