1992 GMC Typhoon vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 19 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 183 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 1992 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 GMC Typhoon | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Typhoon | Civic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
