2004 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Hyundai Scoupe
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Hyundai Scoupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Hyundai Scoupe would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Hyundai Scoupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 286 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe (170 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1992 Hyundai Scoupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1992 Hyundai Scoupe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Scoupe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
