1977 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Corolla (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 220 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 1985 Toyota Corolla 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 1985 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1985 Toyota Corolla (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
