1979 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 411 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Civic | 1996 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Civic | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2650 mm |