2009 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CR-V weights approximately 371 kg more than 2009 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, 1998 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (175 Nm). This means 1998 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
