2005 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Honda Capa
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Capa would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Capa weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Honda Civic (152 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Capa. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1999 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Capa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
