1996 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 17 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 470 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 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 2013 Cadillac ATS 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. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Honda | Cadillac |
| Model | Civic | ATS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
