2005 Holden Frontera vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Holden Frontera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Frontera weights approximately 850 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Frontera | 1988 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Frontera | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
