1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 302 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 1970 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Camaro | Civic |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1216 kg |