1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 427 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler Grand Voyager (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2620 mm |
