1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (198 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 221 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Civic |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1445 mm |
