1977 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 972 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Civic | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1237 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 693 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
