1977 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1998 Toyota Sienna is newer by 21 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Sienna (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1030 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, 1998 Toyota Sienna (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Civic | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Sienna |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2910 mm |