2001 Honda Stream vs. 1984 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Stream is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Stream weights approximately 510 kg more than 1984 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, 2001 Honda Stream (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Stream | 1984 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Stream | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
