2005 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,703 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lamborghini LM (490 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1604 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 1991 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, 1991 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, 1991 Lamborghini LM (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1991 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Civic | LM |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 5703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1096 kg | 2700 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
