2007 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Peugeot Oxia
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot Oxia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot Oxia would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot Oxia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (671 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 1989 Peugeot Oxia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia 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, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (726 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot Oxia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1989 Peugeot Oxia | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | Oxia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 671 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 726 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1140 mm |
