1977 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 32 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 709 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, 2009 Toyota Camry (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Camry |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 65 L |
