1977 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1985 Toyota Cressida 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Cressida (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic.
Because 1985 Toyota Cressida 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 Cressida. 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 Cressida (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Cressida 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 Cressida | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Cressida |
Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
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 | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |