2008 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Hyundai Scoupe
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Scoupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Scoupe would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Scoupe. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Scoupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 169 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Scoupe. 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, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Scoupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1996 Hyundai Scoupe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Scoupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
