2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1680 kg more than 1986 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Express | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2210 mm |
