1992 GMC Typhoon vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 422 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1992 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 1992 GMC Typhoon has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 GMC Typhoon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 GMC Typhoon | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Typhoon | Civic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2649 mm |
