2000 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1989 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1989 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Civic.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Civic. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Silverado | 1989 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Silverado | Civic |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |