2006 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1984 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Subaru Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1984 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Civic | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
