1977 Honda Civic vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1982 Toyota Tercel is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Tercel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Tercel (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Tercel weights approximately 105 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.
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, 1982 Toyota Tercel (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Tercel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Civic | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Tercel |
Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |