2005 Honda Civic vs. 1993 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 27 kg more than 1993 TVR Cerbera.
Because 1993 TVR Cerbera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1993 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Honda | TVR |
Model | Civic | Cerbera |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 4472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |