1996 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Isuzu Rodeo
To start off, 2004 Isuzu Rodeo is newer by 8 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Isuzu Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Isuzu Rodeo (250 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Rodeo should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Rodeo weights approximately 825 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Isuzu Rodeo (334 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm). This means 2004 Isuzu Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 2004 Isuzu Rodeo | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Civic | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
