2003 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Hyundai Scoupe
To start off, 2003 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Hyundai Scoupe would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Hyundai Scoupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Hyundai Scoupe (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Civic weights approximately 71 kg more than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe.
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, 1993 Hyundai Scoupe (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Hyundai Scoupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Civic | 1993 Hyundai Scoupe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Scoupe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
