1972 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1988 Toyota Camry is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,830 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Camry weights approximately 572 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Toyota Camry (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Camry |
Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1830 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |