2009 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1317 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini LM 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, 1986 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1986 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Civic | LM |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 5167 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 169 L |
