1988 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Avenger is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 539 kg more than 1988 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, 2011 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 2011 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Civic | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1483 mm |
