1994 Hyundai Marcia vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 172 kg more than 2012 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, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Marcia | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Marcia | Civic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1258 kg |
