1982 Dodge 600 vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 14 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Dodge 600. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 20 kg more than 1996 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 (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge 600 | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
