1998 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 10 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 955 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.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva 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. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Civic | 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Civic | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
