1998 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Scion iQ
To start off, 2013 Scion iQ is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion iQ (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion iQ should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion iQ weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion iQ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Scion iQ 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, 2013 Scion iQ (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Scion iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Civic | 2013 Scion iQ | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | Civic | iQ |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2000 mm |
