2009 BMW X3 vs. 1983 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 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, 2009 BMW X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X3 | 1983 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X3 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 40 L |
