2005 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1988 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1988 Suzuki Samurai 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 Honda Civic (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1988 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
