1996 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 14 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 161 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.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Civic | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
