1982 Dodge 600 vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1982 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge 600 weights approximately 139 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
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, 1982 Dodge 600 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge 600 | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
