2005 Daewoo Espero vs. 1987 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Espero is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Espero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Espero. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Espero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Espero weights approximately 228 kg more than 1987 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, 2005 Daewoo Espero (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Espero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Espero | 1987 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Espero | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
