1998 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 12 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 430 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 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Civic | Orlando |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |