1975 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 24 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR2 (140 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 262 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.
Because 1999 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Toyota MR2 (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 48 L |
