1975 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2000 Honda Civic

To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (144 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 460 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 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 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Chevrolet Camaro 2000 Honda Civic
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Camaro Civic
Year Released 1975 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5735 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 144 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 1125 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2630 mm