2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 18 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 220 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 1988 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Kalos | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
