1994 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 865 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Hyundai Equus 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 2002 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Equus |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
