2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP) has 310 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic.
Because 2001 Buick Blackhawk 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 2001 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (350 Nm). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Blackhawk | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Blackhawk | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
