1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1998 Honda Civic
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 313 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Camaro | Civic |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3349 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |