1994 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 148 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 2013 Scion FR-S 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 2013 Scion FR-S. 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | Civic | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
