1992 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 21 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 560 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
