1977 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1977 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 485 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Toyota 2000GT 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 1972 Toyota 2000GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1972 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 1972 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |
