1968 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol
To start off, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,375 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 102 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 16 kg more than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (182 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvair | 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvair | Civic Del Sol |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2375 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
