2000 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1984 Pontiac Phoenix | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Civic | Phoenix |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |