2000 Acura RL vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Acura RL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 675 kg more than 1988 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, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura RL | 1988 Honda Civic | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | RL | Civic |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |