2004 Holden Combo vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Holden Combo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Holden Combo. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Combo weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Combo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden Combo | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Combo | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |