2000 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 71 kg more than 1999 Acura EL.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura EL. 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, 1999 Acura EL (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1999 Acura EL | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Civic | EL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2619 mm |
