1975 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 22 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (71 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 582 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Corolla |
Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 71 HP |
Torque | 80 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |