1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 451 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Camaro | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Camaro | Civic |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 151 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |