1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Honda Civic

To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 254 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic.

Because 1993 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 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Chevrolet Camaro 2010 Honda Civic
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Camaro Civic
Year Released 1993 2010
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3130 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1216 kg


 

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