2008 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Venturi Coupe 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 1989 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1989 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1989 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Venturi |
| Model | Civic | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
