2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Airflite is newer by 15 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Airflite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Airflite should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Airflite weights approximately 750 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (341 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm). This means 2003 Chrysler Airflite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 1988 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Airflite | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
