1995 Subaru SVX vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru SVX weights approximately 437 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.
Because 1995 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX 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, 1995 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Subaru SVX | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | SVX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1183 kg |
