1986 Honda Civic vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 872 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Civic | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Civic | Actyon |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |