2005 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1418 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini LM 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, 1983 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 1983 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2005 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1983 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1983 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1983 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Civic | LM |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
