1997 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 603 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 423 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 726 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lotec Testa de Oro | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Lotec | Honda |
Model | Testa de Oro | Civic |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1798 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 741 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 900 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1227 kg |