1973 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 607 kg more than 1973 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Civic | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Camry |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2780 mm |