2008 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Joice would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 145 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.
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, 1997 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 1997 Kia Joice has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Kia Joice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Joice |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
