2000 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Vector M12
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Vector M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Vector M12 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Vector M12 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Vector M12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 1996 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2000 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1996 Vector M12 has manual transmission. 1996 Vector M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1996 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Honda | Vector |
| Model | Civic | M12 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
