2004 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac Phoenix weights approximately 254 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Honda Civic (223 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1983 Pontiac Phoenix | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Civic | Phoenix |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |