2001 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,166 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1428 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM 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, 1988 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1988 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Civic | LM |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 169 L |
