1992 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Zagato Raptor
To start off, 1996 Zagato Raptor is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Zagato Raptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Zagato Raptor (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Zagato Raptor should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Zagato Raptor weights approximately 300 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Zagato Raptor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Zagato Raptor 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, 1996 Zagato Raptor (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Zagato Raptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 1996 Zagato Raptor | |
| Make | Honda | Zagato |
| Model | Civic | Raptor |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
