1980 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 218 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic.
Because 1980 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 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Camaro | Civic |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4375 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4456 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |