1994 Honda Civic vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 726 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 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Civic | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Civic | Rexton |
Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |