1996 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Venturi Coupe 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 1988 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1988 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1988 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Honda | Venturi |
Model | Civic | Coupe |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |