1974 Honda Civic vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter

To start off, 1977 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1977 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 190 kg more than 1974 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Honda Civic 1977 Toyota Sprinter
Make Honda Toyota
Model Civic Sprinter
Year Released 1974 1977
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1169 cc 1588 cc
Horse Power 53 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 79 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 675 kg 865 kg
Vehicle Length 3570 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2340 mm


 

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