1975 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (74 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 297 kg more than 1975 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (112 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
