1990 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 476 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.
Because 2000 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 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Civic | Corvette |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 276 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |