2009 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Subaru XT
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru XT would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru XT weights approximately 31 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
Because 1990 Subaru XT 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, 1990 Subaru XT 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, 1990 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1990 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Civic | XT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
