1990 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 560 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 1990 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Camaro | 1999 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Camaro | Civic |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3133 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 152 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |