1984 Dodge 600 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 25 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 19 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge 600 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge 600 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
