1990 Chrysler TC vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, both 1990 Chrysler TC and 1990 Honda Civic were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler TC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler TC (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler TC should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chrysler TC weights approximately 448 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Chrysler TC (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chrysler TC | 1990 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | TC | Civic |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |