1993 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (742 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 643 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic.
Because 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro 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 Lotec Testa de Oro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 773 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic. 2012 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro has manual transmission. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lotec Testa de Oro | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | Lotec | Honda |
Model | Testa de Oro | Civic |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1339 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 742 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 900 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |