1983 Dodge 600 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge 600 weights approximately 319 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Honda Civic (223 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge 600. (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge 600 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
