1974 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Isuzu Vehicross
To start off, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Isuzu Vehicross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1974 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Isuzu Vehicross weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1974 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Isuzu Vehicross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Isuzu Vehicross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Civic | 1999 Isuzu Vehicross | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Civic | Vehicross |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2340 mm |
