2011 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 702 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Astro 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 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Civic | 1986 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Civic | Astro |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4503 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1753 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
