1977 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 9 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 985 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 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Civic | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |