1975 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 775 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Civic | 1995 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |