Do i have a CHANCE? Civic Vs. Mustang GT

Jintec · #1 01-30-2005, 07:22 AM

Okay... i am just wondering what ur guys's opinions are on this... here is the backround...

About 3 months ago one of my "friends" bought a 2000 Mustang GT. pretty much brand new. Now, ever since then he's been doing everything like hes the hot shit, and well.. its starting to get on some peoples nerves. My good friend kraig bought a 00' Gs-r to try and accomplish the feat of beating the (mustang man) but before they could race he rear ended a mini van... anyways.. this guy claims his car runs 13's and its stock except for some performance tires... he also might have an lsd but i am not sure. Now, it has become my dream, along with others in my small town... to shut this kid down... with a good old honda 4-banger. and i just recently purchased a car for the job... only question.. is it READY? because i dont want to race him untill i am sure i can beat him, or at least not get left in the dust.. anyways here is the "Chosen One"

Its a 1992 Honda Civic Hatchback.

Mods:
Integra Type R (USDM) motor completely stock inside
AEM cold air intake
Civic SI Tranny
JDM final drive
ITR LSD
Skunkworks short shifter
front and rear strut tower bars
Eibach race springs
Suspension techniques sway bars
koni red shocks

Now... do you Think i can pull on him or what? and if not? any suggestions would be great...

civicHBsi91 · #2 01-30-2005, 10:03 AM

If you can drive I think you have a good chance.

If he cant drive then you can beat him.

Jintec · #3 01-30-2005, 01:24 PM

i would consider myself a good driver, not great, but good... hes good at launching but for god knows why shifts like a 85 year old grandma i would say my skill level is a bit higher than his.

SiGNAL748 · #4 01-30-2005, 03:38 PM

Odds are on your side.

dampachi · #5 01-30-2005, 05:38 PM

Unless they're drag radials and he's a really good driver he's not running 13s. And even if they're drag radials and he's a really good driver he's probably only running high 13s if 13s at all. Depends on how long the race goes on for..I'm pretty sure he should trap higher MPH than you...

Edit: I reread that he's really good at launching...if he takes a huge lead from the launch than I don't think you'll have a chance of catching up.

Gohan Ryu · #6 01-30-2005, 09:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Jintec

any suggestions would be great...

I suggest NOS!

Sounds like a drivers race - my 2nd gen CRX was capable of high 13's with a b16 swap and a few other mods. Get NOS for added insurance.

94CIVICDXTuner · #7 01-30-2005, 09:55 PM

Is his stick or auto? I aint got no real advise, just curious. you prolly could take him on the take off.

dampachi · #8 01-30-2005, 10:27 PM

94civicdxtuner...how is he going to take a RWD 300tq car on drag radials off the line with a FWD street tire car with no torque? Also..he says the guy has skill at launching. So yeah...explain this one to me. I'd love to hear it.

MexSiR · #9 01-30-2005, 10:53 PM

You can kill him if you can drive OK. You can quote me on that.

Jintec · #10 01-31-2005, 12:24 AM

i Dont really have the money for anymore parts as of now... i need to get some new rear brake rotors and pads, besides, im not a big fan of nos, i dont hate people who use it. im just scared of ruining my engine. also i have a stock exhaust... and some people have been saying that is choking the b18c5 but im not sure if a cat would make that much of a difference, besides, i love how LEGAL my car is its awesome. BTW i do currently have some aftermarket low profile tires, not sure of the brand, they came with the car.. so just letting you guys know. and please if anyone has any advice on how to get a good launch im open to suggestions. thanks for all the input guys! -kc

civicHBsi91 · #11 01-31-2005, 02:31 AM

Deff. look into getting an exhaust it really is holding you back.

But you should take him if you dont mess up driving.

90gs · #12 01-31-2005, 06:21 AM

if you dont beat him you SUCK at driving. i have a b16 hatch and have killed countless mustangs. the other day me and my big friend (me and him weigh 470 combined) fucking walked ALL OVER this mustang gt.

Ace$nyper · #13 01-31-2005, 10:59 AM

May I ask arn't you the same person as this?
your other post

so first of all i'd like to hear what this is and 2nd Its a drivers race but he'll get you outta the hole if this is even a vaild question.

Jintec · #14 01-31-2005, 11:52 AM

Yes, that was my post. at that time i was just about to buy a stock ek instead. but overnight somone bought it out from under me. so instead i ended up buying my friends eg which is this car right here, so basically forget about that other post.. i was trying to learn some more on the car i thought i was getting but it never came through. Thanks for all the input though, u guys are great.

Jintec · #15 01-31-2005, 11:57 AM

P.S. I will MOST LIkely Race the (mustang Man) today if i can find him where he usually is... I will keep you guys informed on the results.

While im at it... my friend has a 00' gs-r bone stock except a racing clutch n flywheel. what kind of race would it be if all three of us ran? (he cant race for a while though, his cars in the shop till friday after next) Personally i have been in both cars while racing and it feels like the mustang would beat the gr-s hands down, but i have been told repeatedly that the gs-r has a good chance. Whats ur guy's thinking.

Ill keep everyone posted on the results.

THANKS!!!

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