1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 239 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Camaro | Civic |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
