2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 1975 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 732 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 1975 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Tacuma | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
