1976 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 315 kg more than 1976 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1998 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Honda Civic | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Civic | Vitara |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2210 mm |