2004 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Hyundai Scoupe
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Scoupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Scoupe would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Scoupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 125 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Hyundai Scoupe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Scoupe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
