1994 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 696 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Bristol Blenheim 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 1994 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1994 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic. 1994 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Bristol Blenheim | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | Blenheim | Civic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2770 mm |
