2000 Honda Civic vs. 1977 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 565 kg more than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Suzuki Cervo 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 1977 Suzuki Cervo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1977 Suzuki Cervo | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Civic | Cervo |
Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |