1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Honda Civic

To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 538 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Chevrolet Caprice 2007 Honda Civic
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Caprice Civic
Year Released 1980 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5002 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 334 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94.9 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 87.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1182 kg
Vehicle Length 5460 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2710 mm


 

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