1996 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 11 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Honda Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Civic |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |