1977 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 22 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 415 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, 1999 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Corolla |
Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |