1998 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2000 Mahindra Bolero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Bolero. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 825 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic.
Because 2000 Mahindra Bolero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mahindra Bolero 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, 2000 Mahindra Bolero (166 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mahindra Bolero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Civic | 2000 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | Civic | Bolero |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1780 kg |
