1975 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2000 Toyota Sienna is newer by 25 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1030 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, 2000 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Civic | 2000 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Sienna |
Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2910 mm |