1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1996 Honda Civic

To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 755 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1979 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Chevrolet Caprice 1996 Honda Civic
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Caprice Civic
Year Released 1979 1996
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5002 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 333 Nm 124 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 965 kg
Vehicle Length 5460 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2630 mm


 

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