2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 9,371 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (770 HP) has 656 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 187 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Camaro (926 Nm) has 782 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 1988 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Camaro | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 9371 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 770 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 926 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 114.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 114.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
