2008 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,659 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 645 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1998 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3659 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
