1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1980 Honda Civic
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic. 1998 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1980 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1980 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 1980 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Durango | Civic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2330 mm |
