1996 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Hyundai Scoupe
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Scoupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Scoupe would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Scoupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Scoupe (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 17 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe.
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 Scoupe (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Scoupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1994 Hyundai Scoupe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Scoupe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
