1984 Dodge 600 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge 600 (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 755 kg more than 1984 Dodge 600.
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, 1984 Dodge 600 (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge 600 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
