1969 Buick GS vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 1973 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Buick GS 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 1969 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic, 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, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 1973 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | GS | Civic |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
