2004 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Vauxhall Ventora would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Vauxhall Ventora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora weights approximately 67 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Vauxhall Ventora 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 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (241 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 1970 Vauxhall Ventora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1970 Vauxhall Ventora | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Civic | Ventora |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 241 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |