1975 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 29 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Vibe (122 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 547 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.
Because 2004 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2004 Pontiac Vibe (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 2004 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Civic | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
