2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1976 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1271 kg more than 1976 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Buick Enclave is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave 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, 2009 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 1976 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Enclave | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |