2002 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,701 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lamborghini LM (490 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1436 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Lamborghini LM (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 1992 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Civic | LM |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
