1998 Chevrolet Intimidator vs. 1998 Honda Civic
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator and 1998 Honda Civic were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator weights approximately 580 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator (380 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic. 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Intimidator | 1998 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Intimidator | Civic |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |