2004 Honda Civic vs. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette weights approximately 12 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 1977 Vauxhall Chevette 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 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. 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, 2004 Honda Civic (223 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Civic | Chevette |
Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |