1996 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
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 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2002 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Civic |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |