2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1989 Honda Civic

To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1989 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Civic.

Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Civic. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda Pilot 1989 Honda Civic
Make Honda Honda
Model Pilot Civic
Year Released 2008 1989
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 244 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 326 Nm 114 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1370 mm


 

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