1987 Chevrolet Celebrity vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity weights approximately 206 kg more than 2004 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, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity (230 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Celebrity | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
